This was one of those really magical days when we had a wonderful supply of helpers, just the perfect amount of breeze for most of the time, beautifully behaved participants, and helpful carers.
Marc, Helen, John B. Brian, Caroline, Col, Rob, Denis, Tony, Philip, John W, Ivan, Corey, Juliette, John C, Steve and Michael got the boats rigged Photo of Juliette on Charlie’s chariot.and down to the pontoon while Barry went over and picked up the newly anti-fouled and serviced Charlie’s Chariot in preparation for a big day. Tony filled up the fuel tank and we were ready to go by the time our first participants arrived.
Luca, Alan, Lisa, Elliott, John, Jess, Murray, Yvette, Millie, Gerrard and Carla had a great time on the water, as well as opportunities for lots of volunteer practisePhoto of Denis and Millie as well, because we were low on numbers of participants this morning. There were some moments when this practise was necessary because of the gusty nature of the breeze, and the difficulties of getting back into the pontoon in strong westerly gusts. Caroline made a wonderful effort on her first time as Sailing Coordinator, Juliette helped enormously on Charlie’s Chariot in her role as observer, Col was his usual, calm self as Pontoon Manager, even though there were some difficult moments catching boats in the strong gusts, as well as difficult participants to place in boats. All sailors had an extended time on the water. So the day was magic from all points Photo of Rob and Alice in Eli D.of view. Carla, on her first time sailing made a fantastic effort and is to be commended on her courage and determination. Hopefully, she will be back for more. Gerrard’s travel training is coming along well, so that maybe next time it will be an earlier start at sailing.
We finished with a very quick wash of the boats, and Carla was noticeably willing in this task. This helped us to put everything away quickly, efficiently and neatly, ready for our next day out in a few days.
